[pct-l] enlighten me

[pbaily at webuniverse.net (Phil Baily)]

I haven't done all of California so I don't know which one is the easiest,
but I think either Section K or J would be a good starting section. If you
do K from Donner Summit to Echo Lake, I think there is only one stiff climb,
Dick's Pass, and that is near the end of your trip. This section, especially
at the north end, features good views both east and west including views of
Lake Tahoe. (It also has a number of convenient bail-out locations, e.g.
Squaw Valley or Barker Pass, if you decide this isn't for you.) Section J is
very nice, if not as spectacular for views. Again, I think it is a little
easier from north to south. No good bail-out locations.

Either one can be completed in less than two weeks -- more like a week. Two
weeks worth of food is a lot to carry. If you do the two together, you can
resupply at the store at Echo Lake.


Have fun,


Phil

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Subject: [pct-l] enlighten me


> i am looking for  opinions from the experts, and this is the place where i
> feel i will get the best feedback. which section in california do you
consider
> to be the easiest? i would like to go for 2 weeks in july, but i don't
want to
> get in over my head, being that i am a novice. i am based in so cal, but
am
> willing to start from pretty much anywhere in the state. the goal of this
trip
> is gaining trail experience, taking small steps to build my confidence and
not
> get overwhelmed. can you guys give me some suggestions for a good
beginners
> route? thanks in advance for your help.
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